Getting into a car accident is stressful, even when it seems minor. Whether it’s a fender bender or a more serious crash, your next steps matter, not just for your safety, but also for your health, your rights, and your ability to pursue a car accident claim. At KFB Law, our car accident lawyers have…
Slip and fall accidents happen in common places we visit every day, such as restaurants, grocery stores, and retail stores. But when someone falls and gets injured due to a hazard that should have been addressed, it’s more than bad luck; it may actually be negligence. In Florida, victims of these accidents can file a…
Dog bites can lead to serious injuries and long-term trauma, especially when the victim is a child or a senior. Florida’s legal approach to dog bite incidents is clear, especially regarding a dangerous dog: the state follows a strict liability rule, meaning dog owners can be held responsible even if their dog has never shown…
Common Myths About Auto Accident Claims Navigating the aftermath of a car accident is stressful enough without misinformation clouding your next steps. Unfortunately, many Florida drivers are influenced by common myths about auto accident claims, and those misconceptions can hurt your chances of getting the support you need. At Kinney, Fernandez & Boire, P.A. (KFB…
As autonomous cars become more common on Florida roads, new questions are emerging around responsibility and liability. If you’re involved in an accident with an autonomous vehicle, who is at fault in a self-driving car accident? This question is more complicated than it might seem. Traditional car accidents usually involve a human driver who can…
Navigating Tampa’s bustling streets requires heightened awareness, especially at certain intersections notorious for frequent accidents. According to the Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles (FLHSMV), a crash occurs every 44 seconds in Florida, with one in seven involving distracted drivers. Additionally, over 300 people lost their lives in distracted driving crashes, an increase…
Rear-end collisions are among the most common types of car accidents in Florida. They often happen in an instant—at a red light, in traffic, or even on quiet roads. And while they may seem minor at first, they can lead to serious injuries, lost wages, property damage, and complex legal or insurance situations. If you’ve…
If you’re recovering from a personal injury accident in Florida from someone else’s negligence, medical malpractice, or a car accident, you’re probably wondering how pain and suffering is calculated, especially in cases involving severe injuries. Unlike medical bills or lost wages, which are concrete and trackable, a pain and suffering settlement is subjective. That makes…
Know Your Rights After an Injury on Someone Else’s Property Injuries happen. But when they happen on someone else’s property because of unsafe conditions, the legal question becomes: who is responsible? If you’ve slipped, tripped, or been hurt due to negligence on another’s property, a premises liability lawyer can help you understand your legal rights…
Tampa’s vibrant neighborhoods and nightlife attract a lot of foot traffic and come with risks for pedestrians. As personal injury attorneys at KFB Law, we’ve seen firsthand the dangers posed by some of Tampa’s most heavily trafficked roads, which are also prone to car accidents. Pedestrian accidents are often severe and can result in life-altering…
